Pobitora- Abode of One Horned Rhinoceros

By:- JAGAT [06/Jan/2023] The Indian One-Horned Rhinoceros is one of the most admired and massive animals in the world found mostly in the Indian and Asian subcontinents. They are the most vulnerable animal species listed on the IUCN Red List. Also, according to the global report conducted in the year 2022, there are around 3,700 Indian Rhinos in the wild today with Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary having approximately 110 of them!
Indian One Horned Rhinoceros has its prime place in the forest reserves of the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary after Kaziranga National Park. Sprawled across an area of about 39 sq. km, the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary dispenses vast grassland area and wetlands habitat for the endangered One-horned Rhinoceros. The Sanctuary records the history of the Indian One Horned Rhinoceros dating back about 80 years when some of these animals lived in the forest reserves of Mayong in the 1940s.When the villagers observed the animals arriving and settling in the forest reserve of Pobitora then, instead of chasing them away they decided to live in harmony with the animals as Rhinos are the most peaceful animals who spend their time mostly feeding on grasses and lying in swampy wetland areas unless they feel threatened or teased.

Best Time to Visit

The Best Time to visit the Pobitora Wildlife Sanctuary is from November to February as the climate during this time is pleasant and dry and frosty at night. To spot rhinos it is a great time to visit here.

Safari Timings

Elephant Safari Timings: 6:30 AM and 7:30 AM

Jeep Safari Timings: 7 AM, 10 AM, 1 PM, and 2 PM

Safari Booking at Pobitora

The Number of Safaris taking place in a day are limited here therefore, prior booking is highly recommended. For Jeep and Elephant Safaris, separate counters are available.

What to Expect During your Safari?

Apart from One Horned Rhinoceros, Pobitora is also home to several other animals as well like Elephants, Asiatic Water Buffalos, Barking Deer, Wild Boars, Civet Cats, Chinese Pangolins, and various others including several species of birds including Migratory Birds, Scavengers, Water birds, and Predators.

How to Reach Pobitora?

The Sanctuary is located 30 km East of Guwahati and can be reached via rail, road, and air, easily accessible by all modes.

Where to Stay?

For experiencing a great and memorable experience, you should stay close to the wildlife sanctuary in a town as there are several reasonably priced options where you can relish traditional cuisines and legit hospitality.

Other Attractions Available at Pobitora

Apart from exploring the wilderness available at the wildlife sanctuary other things you can do and explore while in the region are:

Tea Gardens- Assam Tea is popular worldwide and it would be a crime to not explore the tea gardens while in the region. Hence, the Tea Garden visit is a must when you are visiting the region for sure!

Shopping- A Trip is incomplete without shopping the souvenirs to remind the wonderful time you spent during your trip. Thus, you can go local shopping for several handicrafts, rhino souvenirs, tea leaves, etc. can be bought.

Traditional Dance- You can enjoy the traditional Assamese dance as a part of night time entertainment activitiesalong with the traditional music.